Why Would A Scar That Causes Itching Appear On The Face?

Posted on Mon, 23 Apr 2018

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Question : hi I have started to see a scar on my face and have itching in that area , can you please check and advise

Answered by Dr. Kampana (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Maybe allergy or insect bite reaction

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

I have gone through the image attached. It looks like an allergy or insect bite reaction. I would suggest you apply Dermocalm lotion (calamine + light liquid paraffin lotion) on the affected area. take tab. cetrizine once daily in the night for 5 days. This will reduce the itching.

I hope this answered your query.

With regards,

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Follow up: Dr. Kampana (6 minutes later)

Thank you Doctor, i am not sure of any insect bite recently. Let me go ahead with the medication advised.

Answered by Dr. Kampana (48 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Follow up.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Okay. Follow up later if needed.

With regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana

Follow up: Dr. Kampana (6 days later)

the scar has subsided but sometimes there is still itching sensation in that area

Answered by Dr. Kampana (27 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
As explained below

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

You can continue applying dermocalm lotion and also you can add an anti-itch cream such as Allegra, whenever the itching is too much.

I hope this answered your query.

With regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana